The URI Crew Club has a rich tradition of excellence producing several Olympic and World Champion athletes, as well as several of today’s top coaches. The club offers members the opportunity to engage in intercollegiate competition, with no experience necessary. We compete in regattas primarily in the northeast, against colleges from all over the U.S., including other club teams, and fully funded varsity programs. The fall is spent developing technique and competing in “Head” style racing (against the clock) including the prestigious Head of the Charles. The club attends large regattas including Knecht Cup, Dadvails, and the New England Rowing Championship with the season culminating in the American Collegiate Rowing Championship.
General Information
| Approximate Dues Cost | Varsity: $900 Novice: $800 |
| Practice Times | Monday - Friday, 5:30 - 7:30 AM Saturday, 7:30 - 11:00 AM |
| Practice Location | Campanella Rowing Center 166 Walmsley Lane, Saunderstown, RI |
| Coaches | Head Coach: Tim Nesselrodt (tnesselrodt@uri.edu) |
| Contact Person | Billy Bourke, Men's Captain (william_bourke@uri.edu) Caroline Creamer, Women's Captain (cccreamer@uri.edu) |
| National Governing Body | US Rowing American Collegiate Rowing Association |
| Approximate # of Competitions Per Year | 10 |
| Team Website | www.rhodeislandrowing.com/ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is the primary point of contact for your team, and what is the most effective method for obtaining information?
- John Butler Basner
- Email: jbutlerbasner@uri.edu
Do you hold tryouts?
- No
How many athletes do you keep on your roster?
- We keep anyone who wants to join, and people are welcome to join at any point during the season.
How often does your team practice?
- We practice six days a week, weather permitting.
Where does your team practice/play/compete?
- Practice is held at our boathouse, 15 minutes from campus.
How far does your team travel for competitions?
- Competitions have been held historically in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Tennessee.
Who does your team compete against?
- We compete against teams from across the country.
How do athletes get to games?
- We carpool using personal vehicles to attend local races; however, we fly when we travel to races outside of New England.
Does your team collect dues? If so, how much?
- Yes. Our annual dues for a “Novice” rower are $950, and annual dues for a “Varsity” rower are $1,050.
Aside from practices and competitions, what other commitments are expected from members of the team?
- Outside of competitions, we have several fundraising events, work-a-thons, and recruiting events throughout the year.
Is your team co-ed?
- Our team is co-ed. However, events are gender specific.
Is prior experience needed to join your team?
- No
How competitive is your team?
- Our team is highly competitive.